Abstract

Overview

The Fifth Generation (5G) communication technology is set to deliver faster data speeds and support new applications like virtual and augmented reality. This advancement requires a significant increase in the number of base stations, raising public concerns about potential negative health impacts.

Findings

This review meticulously explores the latest research concerning electromagnetic exposure and its influence on human health, focusing on:

• Cognitive Performance
• Well-being
• Physiological Parameters
• Electroencephalography (EEG)

Although most findings show no significant changes in cognitive function, physiological parameters, or overall well-being, variations in the strength of EEG alpha waves have been noticed depending on cognitive function aspects. Notably, current studies neglect the specific health effects from 5G mobile phone and base station antennas across frequencies from 700 MHz to 30 GHz.

Conclusion

The analysis of studies using frequencies from 400 MHz to 1750 MHz predominantly shows no substantial effects on cognitive, physiological parameters, well-being, and EEG. However, there is a notable lack of comprehensive studies on the effects of 5G base station signals, particularly at 700 MHz, 3.5 GHz, or 28 GHz, which necessitates focused research to determine their safety concerning human health.

This call for further research underscores the importance of assessing whether 5G technology poses health risks, especially given the closer proximity of base stations to users in everyday environments.